Archives
The History Museum on the Square is thrilled to partner with Missouri State University's Duane G Meyer Library Special Collections and Archives to make our archival collection more accessible to the public. As of September 1, 2026, we have transferred our archives to MSU to connect these important pieces of Springfield and Greene County history with an established university library and archival system, creating more opportunities for students, researchers, historians, genealogists, and community members to explore the collections.
We know this would make Karen Horny, a longtime board member and Dean of Library Services at MSU (1995-2009), very happy. With her past support of the Museum and the Karen Horny Center for Archives, her passion for furthering educational resources and preserving history continues to grow.
If you are interested in researching the History Museum on the Square Archives, please contact the Duane G Meyer Library Special Collections and Archives at MSU. Email [email protected] or call 417-836-4700. https://libraries.
Collections
Designed to meet varied curatorial and museum needs, the Linda K. Robertson Curatorial Center is a modern and much-needed addition to the History Museum on the Square. In this workspace, our curator, along with student interns, process and conserve artifacts and create exhibits. For additional collections information contact Sarah Dotson, Collections and Exhibits Manager at [email protected].
Collections Internships
The History Museum on the Square offers internships in Collections Management and Exhibitions, as well as a hybrid role. Interning at the History Museum provides students with hands-on, real-world experience in a professional museum setting. Interns have the opportunity to work directly with museum collections, exhibitions, and other projects while developing practical skills and knowledge they can apply to their academic and career goals. Our internship program has welcomed undergraduate and graduate students from universities throughout the region and across the country. For additional information on these opportunities, please contact [email protected].
Photo Archives
Browse through hundreds of historic photos of Springfield, Missouri, and its surrounding areas.